See What Local Families and Community Members Say They Need for Their Children Across the State
Family & Community Stories
Birth to Five Illinois has created a space for families and community members in every Illinois Region to share their experiences with local Early Childhood programs and services. Through stories about challenges and successes, we can identify the issues and work collectively to mend what is broken, while also celebrating what is working.
Building a Village When Systems Fall Short – By Cynthia
During that time, we navigated long waitlists, limited program options, and frequent schedule adjustments to provide our children with as much stability as possible.
Xander's Story - By Sheila Daly
This outcome did not come from a system designed to support families in crisis; it came from persistence.
Region 1-B-B: What Families Say They Need
"…information is vital to ensuring there is equity in the allocation of resources throughout the Region…"